Best scenic drive destinations in Europe

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Europe has no shortage of famous drives, with countries packed closely enough together that a single road trip can cross several borders in a week.

Norway's coastal roadsmwind past fjords and small fishing villages on a route unlike almost anywhere else in the world. Italy's Amalfi Coast offers a very different style, with tight cliffside curves overlooking the Mediterranean and a steady stream of small towns to stop in along the way. Ireland's rugged west coast is a real favorite for road trippers too, with narrow roads winding past cliffs, small harbor towns and green countryside that barely lets up for miles at a time. Mountain routes through the Alps add another option entirely, for drivers who prefer switchbacks and high passes to coastal views.

The destinations on our list for Europe reflect that same range, from striking fjords to cliffside coastal roads.